Perm Home Care Staff Nurse (WEST) #HZT - #1164446

The Home Care Nurse will plan, co-ordinate, integrate and facilitate care for elderly in the community. Conduct assessments and perform clinical procedures as required. Work alongside the Nurse Manager to provide on the job training and competency assessment for all care staff, nursing staff, care coordinators, etc.

Patient care management

• Assess and take comprehensive history of patients under his/her charge.

• Perform physical examination of patients under his/her charge.

• Develop and implement plan of care.

• Perform follow-up review of patients under his/her charge; coordinate and evaluate care using appropriate care plans.

• Perform procedures which are within the scope of duties.

Patient education

• Provide specialised patient education / caregiver training.

• Implement and coordinate individualised and group learning programmes with patients/caregivers.

• Evaluate effectiveness of patient education; perform health education and discharge teaching to patients/families/caregivers.

• Communicate treatment plan with patients/ families.

Infection control

• Practise standard precautions when in contact with patients.

• Assist in monitoring and upholding of infection control practices e.g. standard precautions and hand hygiene.

• Educate patients and relatives on infection control awareness and practice.

Staff training & development

• Provide clinical guidance and direction to Junior Enrolled Nurses, Nursing Aides and Care Associates in the delivery of patient care.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements:

• Min Diploma/Degree in Nursing, Registered with Singapore Nursing Board

• Advance Diploma in Geriatrics, Medical-Surgical, Chronic Disease Management, Community Health is advantageous

• Valid BCLS & AED certification/recertification

• At least 3 years' experience nursing experience in Singapore

• Knowledge in community care

Interested candidate, kindly send a copy of your resume to: jes••••••••@recruitexpress.com.sg

Jessica Fong Zhi Tong [R1879124]

Email Address: jes••••••••@recruitexpress.com.sg

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